Welcome to Baconfirearms.com -- A reference on Manhattan, Bacon, and Nepperhan pistols of the 1850's - 1860'sThis educational web site has been established so that antique pistol collectors interested in the Civil War era percussion pistols produced by Manhattan Firearms, Bacon Manufacturing Company, and Nepperhan Fire Arms Company can share information and learn more about these fascinating guns. It is also for the individual who may have a similar revolver or pistol and who is seeking additional knowledge. Inside you will see Manhattan Navy, Manhattan pepperbox, Manhattan Bar Hammer, Manhattan single shot, Manhattan Pocket, Manhattan 22 caliber, American Standard 22 caliber, Bacon Excelsior, and other pistols or revolvers from the late 1850's through the late 1860's.

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